What You Need to Bring to Your Maternity Session

A common question our clients have is “what should I bring to my maternity session?”  While every session is different, here is a full list of things to consider bringing to your session.

Recommended Items to Bring

• Your Maternity Photography Outfits – The cut and style of Maternity Dresses can make it difficult to carry them, so if you are wearing your own outfit, we recommend coming dressed in your outfit. If you are using our gown(s), please come dressed in clothes that are easy to change out of with nude color undergarments.
• Jacket or Sweater – Also related to safety, ensure that you have a jacket or sweater.  This is important to consider, even in the summer months and especially at the beach or at higher elevations.  Remember, temperature decreases at and after sunset, so don’t let the warm daytime weather fool you.
• Closed Toe Shoes – Walking to and from the session site and from location to location can get tiring for your feet, so be sure to bring a pair of comfortable closed toe shoes.
• Snacks and Drinks – Above all, your safety is our number one priority during the shoot.  Even the most fit mamas-to-be need to keep their energy levels up and stay hydrated.  Healthy snacks like protein bars, fruit, and nuts will keep you going and help prevent overexertion or fainting.  Water or non carbonated, non sugary drinks will keep you hydrated and safe.
• Touch-up Kit – In the case that some of your makeup wears off or your hair begins to get frizzy or come undone, we recommend bringing a touch-up kit of makeup essentials (lipstick, powder, Qtips, etc) as well as some hairspray and a comb.

Optional Items to Bring

• Blanket
• Props